Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has formally declared the Accord Party as his new political platform ahead of the 2026 governorship election.
The governo disclosed this at the Banquet Hall of the Government House, Osogbo, on Tuesday, in the presence of national and state leaders of the party.
Adeleke announced that he officially joined the Accord Party on November 6, 2025, following weeks of consultations with stakeholders and opinion leaders across the state.
A statement by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed, quoted the governor as saying stakeholders in Osun were already aware of the reasons behind the political realignment.
Adeleke said his decision was driven by the party’s ideological alignment with his administration’s commitment to welfarism.
“We opted for the Accord Party because its mission of welfarism aligns with our passionate focus on citizens’ and workers’ welfare,” he said.
Welcoming party leaders to the Government House, the governor stressed the need for unity as preparations intensify for the 2026 governorship race.
“We are united in progress and good intentions for the good people of Osun State and Nigeria at large,” he stated.
He urged members to maintain cohesion and work collectively toward victory, emphasising the need for inclusive leadership that accommodates the interests of all groups.
Speaking on his experience since joining the Accord Party, Adeleke said he had been encouraged by the party’s philosophy.
“The focus on people’s welfare should always be at the heart of public leadership. The primary essence of government is the welfare and well-being of the people,” he noted.
The governor reaffirmed his administration’s dedication to improving the lives of residents through policies and programmes centred on citizen welfare.
He also presented the Accord Party as the new political vehicle for the state, calling on residents across all zones, Osun West, Osun East, and Osun Central, to rally behind the platform.
“From Igbomina to Ijeshaland, Ifeland, Osogbo, Iwoland, Modakeke, Gbongan, Igbajo, Ikire, Ikirun, Ede and beyond, this is our party, our new platform for victory come August next year,” he declared.
Adeleke concluded by formally announcing his defection:
“In accordance with the will of our stakeholders and in deep respect for the wishes of Osun people, I hereby declare for the Accord Party,” he announced.
